Dr. Mark William Fischer, beloved father, brother, and esteemed Urologist, passed away on November 6, 2025, at the age of 75 in Dothan, Alabama. Mark was born on October 15, 1950, in Minot, North Dakota, where he spent his formative years. His life was a testament to adventure, intelligence, and courage, qualities that endeared him to all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with him.
After completing his undergraduate degree in Boulder, Colorado, Mark graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Alabama, Birmingham and went on to a five year residency at the esteemed Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. His dedication to service was evident early on as he joined the US Army, serving two tours in Vietnam with distinction, earning both the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. In the 1980s, Mark moved to Dothan, where he established himself as a respected Urologist, serving the community for over three decades. His dedication to service was evident early on as he joined the US Army, serving two tours in Vietnam with distinction, earning both the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. In the 1980s, Mark moved to Dothan, where he established himself as a respected Urologist, serving the community for over three decades.
Mark’s adventurous spirit led him to the skies and beyond. He was not only a skilled physician but also an avid aviator, holding a private pilot license. His love for flying was matched by his passion for racing, particularly Porsche cars, which he pursued with the same vigor and precision as his medical practice. His adventurous pursuits didn’t stop there; he also enjoyed skydiving and hiking, even conquering the formidable Mt. Everest, a feat that spoke volumes about his determination and zest for life.
A well-traveled man, Mark’s curiosity about the world took him to numerous countries, allowing him to embrace diverse cultures and experiences. His intelligence shone not only in his professional life but also in his ability to connect with people from all walks of life, making lasting friendships wherever he went.
Mark’s legacy is carried on by his loving family, including his sons, Stillman Fischer and Collin (Taylor) Fischer; his daughter, Stephanie Fischer (Damian Wingate); his brother, John Fischer; his sister, Margaret “Peg” (Steve) Moe; and several nieces and nephews who looked up to him as a role model and source of inspiration.
A celebration of Dr. Fischer’s life will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel, where stories of his remarkable life will be shared, and memories cherished. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time, providing an opportunity for those touched by Mark’s life to come together in honoring a man who lived fully, loved deeply, and left an indelible mark on the hearts of many.
Dr. Mark William Fischer lived a life of purpose and passion, with a spirit that will continue to inspire. His was a life well-lived, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
TROY…Mrs. Stephanie Peacock Fisher, a resident of Troy, stepped into eternity late Sunday afternoon, November 16, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama surrounded by her family. She was 56.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in Pea River Cemetery in Brundidge with her son, Pastor Joshua Fisher officiating. The family will receive friends following the graveside service. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Fisher, daughter of the late Jimmy Peacock and Margaret Graves Peacock, was a proud native of Clearwater, Florida. In her 30s, she made Brundidge her home, where her legacy of compassion and mentorship blossomed.
After graduating high school, she was deeply inspired by evangelist R.W. Schambach, traveling with his ministry for several years. Her faith remained a cornerstone of her life, and she was a devoted member of The River of Ozark Church.
Mrs. Fisher married the love of her life in 1995. Together, they opened their hearts and home to foster children—first in the early years of their marriage and again beginning six years ago. Her nurturing spirit touched countless young lives.
She had a lifelong passion for horses, riding and showing them across Florida and Alabama. Her creativity extended to home design, where she found joy in flipping houses—bringing beauty and warmth to every space she touched.
Above all, Mrs. Fisher planted many seeds, and her legacy will remain as a mentor, a caregiver, and a woman of unwavering faith and generosity.
Surviving relatives include her husband, William George Fisher, Troy; daughter, Lauren Strickland (Ryan), Hartford and Logan Fisher, Troy; son, Pastor Joshua Fisher (Anja), Ozark; sister, Tonia Johnson (Donnie), Bradenton, Florida; two grandchildren, Asha Strickland and Ryker Fisher; niece, Megan Manning (Dustin); great-nieces and nephews, Caleb, Chloe, Skylar, and Kendall.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Christian Brown, Ryan Strickland, Hunter Hughes, Donny Johnson, Gabe Hall, and Jasper Stallworth.
DOTHAN…Ms. Louise Morrell Peterman, a resident of Dothan, died Monday morning, November 17, 2025, at the home of her sister in Dothan. She was 81.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 21, 2025, in Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jason Johnson officiating. Graveside services, with Chaplain Adam Mulliner officiating, will follow in Midland City Cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Ms. Peterman, born to the late Jessie James Morrell and Lillie Mae Broxton Morrell, was a proud native of Midland City, Alabama. Though she came from humble beginnings, her life was rich with love, laughter, and deep-rooted faith. She spent most of her years in Dothan, where she built a home filled with warmth and memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
For many years, she worked at Wesley Place in Dothan, where she was known for her gentle spirit and kind heart. Her coworkers and the residents she cared for remember her as someone who always had a smile, a listening ear, and a comforting presence. She treated everyone like family, and her compassion left a lasting mark.
Ms. Peterman had a playful side too — she loved a good game of cards, especially UNO. Her laughter would fill the room during family game nights, and she never missed a chance to playfully tease someone when she was winning. But more than anything, she cherished time spent with her family. Whether it was a big holiday gathering or a quiet afternoon visit, being surrounded by her loved ones brought her greatest joy.
She was a woman of strong Pentecostal faith, and her belief in God guided her through life’s joys and sorrows. Her faith was not just something she spoke about — it was something she lived every day, through her kindness, her resilience, and her unwavering love for others.
Ms. Peterman’s journey was not without heartache. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, James Ray Kelley; her grandson, Anthony Mims; two precious great-great granddaughters, Alayna Adams and Aliya Adams; her siblings, Nellie Ruth Bowman, Jack Morrell (Margie), James Ray Morrell, James Preston Morrell, Coy Ray Morrell, and Frances Morrell, niece, Jamie Morrell, and her son-in-law, Kenneth Mims. Though their absence left a deep ache in her heart, she carried their memories with grace and strength, always keeping their spirits alive through stories, prayers, and love.
She is survived by her children, Sue Mims, Jerry Kelley, and Scotty R. Kelley, all of Dothan; three sisters, Emma Lou Woods, Betty Jean Davis, both of Dothan, and Sandra Mae Henderson, Newton; granddaughter, Kesha Mims; great-grandson, Isaiah Adams (Malika); great-granddaughter, Krystina Peters; great-great grandchildren, Ava and Mia Adams; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as active pallbearers will be John Staroard, Isaiah Adams, Bubba Davis, Aaron Davis, Chase McNeil, and Preston Davis.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Georgia May Thomas, a cherished soul known affectionately as Georgia to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, in Enterprise, Alabama. Born on May 2, 1930, in Oklahoma, Georgia’s life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the beauty of nurturing both people and nature.
Georgia’s journey began as the daughter of Jesse James Stamps and Vergie Penelope Stamps, and from her early days, she was a beacon of kindness and creativity. Her life was one of both service and devotion; she proudly served in the Army for two years, where she met her beloved husband, Charles Everett Thomas. Together, they embarked on a life filled with adventure and commitment, as Georgia supported Charles through his 30-year military career, creating a loving home wherever they were called.
The couple was blessed with a large and loving family. Georgia is survived by her son, Brian Thomas (Teri), daughters, Karen Wilkerson (Skip), Carol Elaine Ellis, and Cheryl Thomley. Her legacy continues to bloom through her eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, each of whom she adored. Georgia’s nurturing spirit lives on in her one surviving sister, who along with the rest of the family, will miss her dearly. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, after 61 years of marriage, her son, Charles Everett Thomas, Jr., her son-in-law, Larry Ellis, her parents, Jesse James Stamps and Vergie Penelope Stamps, four brothers, one sister, and three stepsisters.
Upon retiring in Daleville, Alabama, Georgia’s creative spirit found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She possessed a remarkable green thumb, able to grow anything she put her mind to. Her gardens were of many colors, reflecting her love for gardening and flowers. Georgia’s hands were rarely still, as she expressed her creativity through crocheting and quilting, crafting beautiful pieces that became treasured family heirlooms.
Georgia was the embodiment of kindness. Her warm, gentle nature made her a friend to all, and her creative talents brought beauty into the lives of those around her. She was a woman who planted seeds of love and watched them grow, nurturing her family, her garden, and her community with equal passion.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 2pm in the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Paul Alexander and Keith Sharp officiating.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com
ABBEVILLE. . .James David Peterson, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, died Sunday afternoon, November 16, 2025, at Henry County Health and Rehab Facility. He was 83.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Abbeville Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Ricky Sowell officiating. The family will receive friends following the graveside services. Holman-Abbeville Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the FBC Rebuild Fund at First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 606, Abbeville, Alabama 36310 or the FBC Rebuild Fund at any HNB First Bank location.
Mr. Peterson was a lifelong resident of Henry County and was a 1960 graduate of Headland High School. He served his country in the Army National Guard in the Headland Unit which was activated during the Berlin Crisis. He was an active and longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Abbeville where he served as a Deacon. Mr. Peterson received an undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and an MBA from Troy State University. Mr. Peterson retired from Alabama Power Company after 47 years of service. Following his retirement, he volunteered with the Judson Baptist Association Love in Action Food Bank, Henry County Health and Rehab, Abbeville Kiwanis Club, Abbeville Chamber of Commerce, Covenant Hospice, Wiregrass Area Food Bank, and American Legion Post 119. He was predeceased by John William Peterson and America Elmore Peterson, his mother, Nora Lee Peterson, a special aunt, Thollie DeShazo, his wife of 42 years, Barbara Forehand Peterson, his two brothers, Johnny Mac Watson and Charles Sawyer.
He is survived by his son, Derek Peterson (Jan), Abbeville; two grandchildren, Will Peterson (Olivia) and Claire Russell (J.T.); great grandchildren, Mary Margarette Peterson and Anna Caroline Russell; sisters, Charlene Goolsby (Eugene), Enterprise; and Thollie Clayton (Tommy), Dothan; a brother Mike Sawyer (Becky), Denver, CO; several nieces and nephews.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261.You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This firm does not own a crematory.
